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UHD Dining News: Spring Break Edition

March 6, 2026

Dining on campus? Check out the new specials for UHD Food Court below. Don't miss the hot plate special served on Fridays, rotating selection of hot soups, and delicious offerings at the Gator Grill. Keep reading for food court hours and specials...

Graduate student at Marilyn Davies College of Business and member of Bayou's Best at the University of Houston-Downtown, Jessica McCraw smiles is a periwinkle colored suit.

Bayou's Best: Jessica McCraw

March 5, 2026 | By Adrin Martin

When asked what inspired her to participate in October’s Bayou’s Best Showcase, Jessica McCraw responded with two words: “My daughter.” The graduate student hoped to set a positive example by getting out of her comfort zone and entering the...

Sarah Albrecht stands aside a research poster at Spring 2026 Organized Research and Creative Activities Symposium at the University of Houston-Downtown

ORCA Symposium Showcases Faculty Research and Collaboration

March 5, 2026 | By Hayden Bergman

Faculty from across the university came together on Feb. 25 for the Spring 2026 Organized Research and Creative Activities (ORCA) Symposium.

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UHD Sports News: March 9, 2026

March 5, 2026 | By Natalia Ruiz

Spring Break is here! This week, the Gators are getting some well-deserved rest and relaxation.   After the break, you can catch UHD's Cheerleaders and Gatorettes, which recently made fabulous, high-energy appearances at the QEP Pep Rally and the...

Senior at the University of Houston-Downtown Kayla Palucho raises her arms while it is snowing. Mountains are behind the student.

From the First Class to the Field: A Geoscience Journey Takes Shape

March 3, 2026 | By Natalia Ruiz

When Kayla Palucho first enrolled in a geology course at the University of Houston-Downtown her sophomore year, it was out of necessity, not passion. As a Biological and Physical Sciences major with plans for medical school, she needed to take a...

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Get Ready for Taco Tuesday at the UHD Food Court!

February 27, 2026

Whether you are grabbing a bite between classes, meeting a fellow Gator for a slice, or need your caffeine fix at Starbucks, UHD Food Court has you covered. This week, choose from chicken tender baskets, loaded fries, or a rotating selection of hot...

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This Tuesday Head to the Polls With UHD’s Walk2Vote

February 27, 2026

It’s a heated primary season, and the stakes are high for a number of important midterm elections this November. That’s why UHD’s Council of Organizations is hosting their first-ever Walk2Vote for Primary Election Day on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, to...

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UHD Sports News: Volleyball Continues Winning Streak

February 26, 2026 | By Natalia Ruiz

Women’s Volleyball continues to dominate with yet another sweep (25–15, 25–19, 25–15), this time against Lone Star College-Kingwood. The team’s next matchup is against Lone Star College-Houston North this Wednesday, March 4.  The Men’s Volleyball...

University of Houston-Downtown Data Science major and Bayou's Best recipient Shikyna William

Bayou's Best: Shikyna William

February 26, 2026 | By Adrin Martin

Five years ago, Shikyna William was a student at Pakistan’s Forman Christian College, a liberal arts university based in the city of Lahore. Today, she is a UHD data science major who now joins Bayou’s Best, “one of UHD’s highest student leader and...

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Faculty Excellence: Dr. Ray Aria

February 26, 2026 | By Adrin Martin

Dr. Ray Aria is making strides in AI-assisted blockchain research.